- #1 Labyrinth of the Chaka King
97% matchPositive96% of 23 reviews2020
Dev: Studio DragonetPub: Waku Waku Games
Windows
Take on the role of Tokiko the archaeologist as you make your way through the ancient Labyrinth of the Chaka King. 2D platforming fun for the whole family!
Why similar: Action 32%, Puzzle 23.4%, Retro 20.3%, Exploration 11.3%, 2D 10.6%
- #2 Hexium
96% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: Veggiebad
Windows
Roll through 10 levels of perplexing puzzles, uncover symbols and conquer each hazard in this simple, yet challenging puzzle game!
Why similar: Puzzle 31.4%, Action 29.5%, Retro 23.4%, 2D 12.9%, Singleplayer 2.8%
- #3 Linsips
95% matchPositive95% of 42 reviews2026
Dev: MILQ Games
Windows · Linux
Divide chaos into order! In Linsips, place two lines to split bouncing balls into four quadrants with the exact same number of balls in each. 20 levels of pure arcade precision with authentic OPL3 FM synth music, MS-DOS aesthetics, all under 600 KB on SteamOS.
Why similar: Puzzle 33.5%, Action 32.1%, Retro 18.1%, 2D 13.8%, Singleplayer 2.5%
- #4 Super Can Cannon
96% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2021
Dev: LIQUID Softworks
Windows
Super Can Cannon is a 2D challenging timing action game with some puzzle elements and features 100% handcrafted levels across various stages + EX stage.
Why similar: Action 39.3%, Puzzle 26.9%, Retro 19.4%, 2D 11.7%, Singleplayer 2.7%
- #5 Chico and the Magic Orchards DX
94% matchPositive98% of 45 reviews2022
Dev: Daikon Games, LLC
Windows · Mac · Linux
Solve puzzles by rolling a giant walnut in this retro-handheld-inspired adventure. Explore a variety of levels each with unique mechanics. Help Chico build his winter stash and find his way home!
Why similar: Retro 33.9%, Action 28.7%, Puzzle 26.2%, 2D 7.4%, Singleplayer 3.8%
- #6 Surface Labyrinth KURUMABU
94% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Hiroyuki SasayamaPub: KUMAZASA
Windows · Mac
Neo-2D Action Puzzle Game !
Why similar: Action 37%, Puzzle 26.8%, Retro 23%, 2D 10.7%, Singleplayer 2.5%
- #7 Don't Hide
93% matchPositive88% of 16 reviews2022
Dev: Sulfic Games
Windows
Trapped in a maze with a beast, you must find five keys and their door to escape. The monster can only smell and hear you, but as long as it hasn't fully caught your scent, you can move freely.
Why similar: Puzzle 30.9%, Action 28.9%, Exploration 24.9%, 2D 12.4%, Singleplayer 2.9%
- #8 ONNANOKO KEEPER 2
92% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2021
Dev: ilyumiPub: ilyumi Co., Ltd.
Windows
This game is a real-time action game with a retro atmosphere. Enjoy the various stages of difficulty and the CG of "ONNANOKO".
Why similar: Action 37.6%, Puzzle 27.5%, Retro 19.9%, 2D 12.4%, Singleplayer 2.5%
- #9 ONNANOKO KEEPER 3
91% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2021
Dev: ilyumiPub: ilyumi Co., Ltd.
Windows
This game is a real-time action game with a retro atmosphere. Enjoy the more challenging stages and the CG of "ONNANOKO".
Why similar: Action 37.9%, Puzzle 27%, Retro 20.1%, 2D 12.5%, Singleplayer 2.5%
- #10 Pixel Exorcist
91% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Mojo Trio Games
Windows
Play as a young Exorcist tasked with saving a cursed town in this 90's pixel art inspired Investigation-puzzler, with the top down visuals of the RPG's of that era.
Why similar: Action 33%, Puzzle 23.9%, Exploration 19.4%, Retro 12.5%, 2D 9.7%
- #11 Yellow Ballman
90% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2021
Dev: HUNTERS
Windows
High Speed 2D Ball Action
Why similar: Action 57.2%, Retro 29.3%, 2D 13.5%
- #12 Auf Wiedersehen Monty (CPC/Spectrum)
89% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2022
Dev: Gremlin GraphicsPub: Pixel Games UK
Windows
In this classic platformer from 1987, take on the role of noted small subterranean mammal criminal Monty Mole, fleeing across Europe from the forces of Intermole. Can you collect enough cash to buy an island paradise and live in luxury?
Why similar: Retro 26.9%, Exploration 24.2%, Action 21.1%, Puzzle 18.8%, 2D 7.4%
- #13 PECO
88% match7 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2020
Dev: RootSerious
Windows
An action-puzzle game that guides the player to the goal by considering where the stage is projected with the camera.(Google Translation)
Why similar: Puzzle 33.1%, Action 29.2%, Retro 16.7%, Exploration 9.3%, 2D 9%
- #14 Monty Kong
87% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2020
Dev: HUNTERS
Windows
Ape fights poachers in a 2D action game.
Why similar: Action 55.1%, Retro 32.3%, 2D 12.6%
- #15 鏡
86% matchNo user reviews
Dev: 神野 ナツメ
Windows
都心の格安ワンルームに引っ越した一人暮らしの女の子。 しかしその部屋には、鏡の中だけに現れる「異変」が潜んでいた―― 異変探し一人称ホラーゲーム。鏡を覗き込んで現実との「違い」を見つけ、 8回連続で正解して呪われた部屋から脱出せよ。
Why similar: Action 41.8%, Puzzle 30.6%, Exploration 24.7%, Singleplayer 2.9%
- #16 Cave Runner
86% matchNo user reviews2023
Dev: Pixel Wave
Windows
Ultimate High Speed Running Wire Action
Why similar: Action 42.8%, Retro 31.8%, Exploration 22.4%, Singleplayer 3%
- #17 공포의 PC방
83% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2025
Dev: Nexroad entertainment
Windows
This is a horror adventure game developed solely by a Korean high school student. This PC room was once incredibly popular, but one day, customers started disappearing, forcing the PC room to close. Years later, someone enters the PC room...
Why similar: Action 44.1%, Puzzle 29.4%, Exploration 23.5%, Singleplayer 3%
- #18 Wrecker
85% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2019
Dev: Sleepless Inc.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Wrecker is an 2D arcade game set in space. In it you will fight off an endless horde of aliens in waves using your special issue high powered missile turret.
Why similar: Puzzle 48.2%, Action 34.6%, Retro 17.2%
- #19 Crystal sword
84% match4 user reviews50% of 4 reviews2021
Dev: HUNTERS
Windows
Fantasy dot-eating-action
Why similar: Action 54.5%, Retro 32%, 2D 13.5%
- #20 Welcome Home 2
84% match9 user reviews89% of 9 reviews2021
Dev: Vitruvian CaféPub: Catherine Burke
Windows
David is trapped in his grandmother's basement, help him escape! Warning: flashing images and disturbing imagery
Why similar: Action 38.1%, Puzzle 27%, Exploration 21.8%, 2D 10.9%, Singleplayer 2.1%
- #21 Thunder Tie
82% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: T&T studios
Windows
Thunder Tie is an unsettling mascot horror puzzle game. Navigate through the power station to uncover the unsolved mystery of the people who disappeared 10 years ago. Watch out though, as you will may be greeted by some... creations.
Why similar: Action 41.8%, Puzzle 30.6%, Exploration 24.7%, Singleplayer 2.9%
- #22 Minesweeper Ultimate
81% matchVery Positive84% of 330 reviews2021
Dev: RetroBug
Windows
Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 56%
Play classic minesweeper or face new challenges in hex and triangular minesweeper modes.
Why similar: Puzzle 40.9%, Retro 40.1%, 2D 14.3%, Singleplayer 4.6%
- #23 G-MODEアーカイブス+ パックマン
78% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2026
Dev: G-MODE
Windows
The timeless masterpiece that has taken the world by storm is here! Eating all Pac-Dots while dodging the ghosts!
Why similar: Action 47.6%, Retro 35.4%, 2D 13.6%, Singleplayer 3.4%
- #24 Toxic Terror
82% matchMostly Positive72% of 18 reviews2016
Dev: Fascimania
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 89%
You're trapped deep within the toxic sewers. It's a dangerous place and you have to think quickly in order to survive. Grab all of the keys in a level to open the door to freedom... or at least the next level.
Why similar: Action 42.2%, Puzzle 29.8%, Retro 28.1%
- #25 WayBackers
79% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: 32bit's
Windows
WayBackers is a 2D puzzle game built on the core mechanics of Minesweeper. Control your character to navigate through blocks filled with hidden mines. Use your Minesweeper logic and instincts to forge ahead without stepping on a single one!
Why similar: Action 40.2%, Puzzle 27.5%, Retro 19%, 2D 10.9%, Singleplayer 2.3%
- #26 Lode Runner Legacy
81% matchMostly Positive79% of 175 reviews2017
Dev: Tozai Games, Inc.
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 10.4 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Lode Runner Legacy is the latest edition in the popular Lode Runner series. Players control “Runner” to recover stolen gold while avoiding enemies and minefields. Enjoy the ingenious balance of puzzle and action gameplay, an updated Voxel visual style and powerful game editors. Ver.2.0 Update is out now!
Why similar: Action 49.9%, Retro 25.7%, Puzzle 24.3%
- #27 Time Thief
78% matchVery Positive97% of 213 reviews2022
Dev: Matheus Mortatti
Windows · Mac · Linux
Time Thief is an action adventure game where leaving your village makes the clock tick. Manage your time to stay alive, stealing seconds from creatures around its overworld with your sword.
Why similar: Retro 28.6%, Action 22.6%, Exploration 22.1%, Puzzle 14%, 2D 11%
- #28 Space Junk
79% match5 user reviews80% of 5 reviews2020
Dev: Ned LangmanPub: Upside Down Games
Windows
Intense action, retro-styled visuals, a sizzling synth soundtrack and tons of cool Sci-Fi references, all rendered in vibrant, neon graphics. Get your trigger-finger ready, turn the lights down, the sound up, and blast your way through level after level of fast paced, Junk smashing action!
Why similar: Action 82.8%, Retro 17.2%
- #29 MIGHTY GUNVOLT BURST
76% matchVery Positive89% of 236 reviews2019
Dev: INTI CREATES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Enter a virtual world of cyber-landscapes and unravel the mystery behind its creation! "Mighty Gunvolt Burst" is a retro-style 2D side-scrolling action game with an authentic feel. Play as "Beck," "Gunvolt," or "Ekoro," and experience their new stories in this unique parallel universe.
Why similar: Action 59.9%, Retro 40.1%
- #30 Long loot the King
77% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2020
Dev: FaterVakin
Windows
Pac-Man inspired retro action horror game about a king, who has to face his own made horrors in the dungeons. All because of his greed and selfishness. YOU REAP WHAT YOU SOW
Why similar: Action 44.2%, Retro 23.9%, Puzzle 19.4%, 2D 9.2%, Singleplayer 3.3%
- #31 The Minotaur
77% matchMixed69% of 67 reviews2016
Dev: Ratalaika Games S.L.
Windows · Mac
Median: 5.4 hrsMean: 6.5 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Four humans have been put to test by the Gods of the Ancient Greece, they shall face the minotaurs in the labyrinth. To survive, the must show their wisdom and solve the traps inside the labyrinth, all while avoiding the minotaurs. Their goal is to reach the last room, where the exit will be shown and they can finally be free.
Why similar: Action 56%, Puzzle 44%
- #32 NaGongGan Infinite
74% matchPositive92% of 24 reviews2022
Dev: BK dddDang
Windows
intuitive and fast play, Feel the primal action of a first-person 3D shooter Once again! Enjoy the Exciting bgm, strange story and play flow. follow the road. There are monster standing in your way, kill them all. And keep going. Check out the end of the road. What will be your destiny?
Why similar: Action 56.6%, Retro 39%, Singleplayer 4.4%
- #33 Fixpert
73% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: LauridsPub: Gotta Get Good Games
Windows · Linux
Fixpert is a classic block-pusher style puzzle game. Help the titular Fixpert repair the factory and solve it's many head-scratching brain teasers! Using crates as bridges to cross bodies of water, buttons to open doors and power battery-chargers, managing fires and explosives, AND MORE!
Why similar: Puzzle 43.2%, Retro 34.6%, 2D 17.6%, Singleplayer 4.7%
- #34 Cubic Color
76% matchMixed42% of 26 reviews2018
Dev: XiNFiNiTY Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 42 minMean: 5.1 hrs≥1hr: 29%
Cubic Color is a game to test and improve your reaction time.
Why similar: Action 38%, Retro 25.3%, Puzzle 22.3%, 2D 10.6%, Singleplayer 3.8%
- #35 RETSNOM
75% matchMostly Positive76% of 99 reviews2015
Dev: SomiPub: Zero Rock Entertainment
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 95%
RETSNOM is an inventive pixel art puzzle platformer that allows player to break the map by mirroring sections of the level, and rearranging it on the fly to save a sick daughter.
Why similar: Action 56%, Puzzle 44%
- #36 Alienzix
74% matchMixed66% of 50 reviews2017
Dev: Xero TR-MMXZPub: Xitilon
Windows
Median: 18 minMean: 11.6 hrs≥1hr: 38%
Oldschool 2Д-shooter of the Windows 2000 epoch, controlled by mouse. 2-player local cooperative mode with several difficulty levels.
Why similar: Action 57.2%, Retro 27.5%, 2D 11.6%, Singleplayer 3.8%
- #37 KUMAMAWASHI
71% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2024
Dev: Sologram Co.,Ltd.Pub: Sologram
Windows
"The witch… took her." Bear's puzzle adventure, rotate panels in tower.
Why similar: Action 41.9%, Puzzle 31.9%, Exploration 24%, Singleplayer 2.2%
- #38 Action PUZZLE
69% match6 user reviews71% of 7 reviews2025
Dev: TOANYAKOPub: TOANYAKO PROJECT
Windows
Clear as many lines as possible to earn a high score. Blocks will fall in response to your character's movements, so avoid them skillfully.
Why similar: Action 40.2%, Puzzle 28.1%, Retro 18.5%, 2D 9.2%, Singleplayer 4%
- #39 Super Plexis
72% matchMixed67% of 54 reviews2021
Dev: Medley Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Super Plexis is a cross-platform multiplayer action puzzler inspired by classic console puzzle games. Play online with up to 4 players in a variety of game modes.
Why similar: Action 35.9%, Puzzle 30.6%, Retro 18.4%, 2D 13.4%, Singleplayer 1.7%
- #40 Carpet Bombing
73% match8 user reviews100% of 8 reviews2020
Dev: Synthetic Mind AB
Windows
Carpet Bombing is a retro-style, 2D aircraft arcade game. Fly a jet fighter and engage enemy at land, sea and air! Choose from different aircrafts - each with their own unique flying profile. Arm yourself to the teeth and get ready for some serious action!
Why similar: Action 82.5%, Retro 12%, 2D 5.5%
- #41 Phase Hockey
70% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: TheNonexistentHedgehog
Windows · Linux
Phase Hockey is a high skill floor color matching puzzle game with pinball-like physics. You match hockey pucks to make them disappear, and try to make them ricochet off of each other in complex chain reactions to match as many as possible in one fell swoop.
Why similar: Action 37.9%, Puzzle 28.6%, Retro 19%, 2D 12.6%, Singleplayer 1.9%
- #42 Tales of Kid Goblin: Dawn of the Hero
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: WhiteSword StudioPub: Save Games Studio
Windows
Help Kid Goblin overcome tricky puzzles and dangerous obstacles in this charming retro-style adventure packed with levels, secrets and classic 8-bit spirit.
Why similar: Action 34.8%, Puzzle 24.1%, Exploration 19.6%, Retro 12%, 2D 8.4%
- #43 Luminous Labyrinth
73% matchNo user reviews2022
Dev: Bobby Wolfe
Windows
A high contrast, hand crafted, maze game full of colorful obstacles and puzzle solving.
Why similar: Action 43.1%, Puzzle 30.2%, Exploration 24.3%, Singleplayer 2.4%
- #44 Diamond Caves
71% matchVery Positive92% of 52 reviews2018
Dev: diamond productions
Windows
Diamond Caves is a classic arcade puzzle games related to the good old 8bit and 16bit days. Get out of a cave by collect all the Emeralds and Diamonds and beware of traps and monsters... now with level editor!
Why similar: Action 51.7%, Retro 27.6%, Puzzle 20.7%
- #45 Uootoy 3671
69% matchPositive90% of 10 reviews2024
Dev: Mindware
Windows
The legendary comic action puzzle "Uootoy" from 1984 is now available in its ultimate version with all the elements enhanced! The combination of various simple tricks is easy for anyone to understand, and the various stages that stimulate your creativity will keep you hooked!
Why similar: Action 39.7%, Puzzle 27.5%, Retro 19.4%, 2D 11%, Singleplayer 2.4%
- #46 Starboi
67% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: Turtlevania Games
Windows · Mac
The cosmic horrors have kidnapped Starboi's friends! Launch across the galaxy in search of them, avoiding black holes and defeating the tentacled monsters.
Why similar: Action 50.1%, Retro 31.7%, 2D 14.7%, Singleplayer 3.5%
- #47 Lifespan 5seconds
72% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2018
Dev: polytanQ
Windows
Lifespan 5seconds is a stage clear action puzzle game made by PixelGameMakerMV. While generating a block with a lifespan of 5 seconds Try on all 50 stages!
Why similar: Action 60.7%, Puzzle 39.3%
- #48 Gravix
69% match4 user reviews50% of 4 reviews2022
Dev: Eugatnom Studios
Windows · Mac
Gravix is a challenging arcade game that will test your agility and puzzle-solving intuition. You must navigate an avatar that is continuously being affected by gravity that you control. Each level will introduce progressively challenging contraptions and deadly obstacles...
Why similar: Action 39.7%, Puzzle 27.5%, Retro 19.4%, 2D 11%, Singleplayer 2.4%
- #49 Project: Annwn
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Indomitable StudiosPub: N/A
Windows
Following the manifestation of paranormal entities rooted in historical folklore, the United Paranormal Department of Research (U.P.D.R) was formed to contain and study them. As lead engineer at the Annwn site in North Wales, a deliberate outbreak forces you face to face with the unknown. Survive.
Why similar: Action 42.1%, Puzzle 30.5%, Exploration 24.6%, Singleplayer 2.8%
- #50 龍炎高校伝説2 The Legend of the Dragonflame High School 2
70% match6 user reviews67% of 6 reviews2019
Dev: HUNTERS
Windows
This game is a 2D action game that high school students fight.
Why similar: Action 56.1%, Retro 30.9%, 2D 13%
- #51 Rookie Bowman
68% matchPositive92% of 12 reviews2021
Dev: mapacarta
Windows
Simple platformer game about a man searching an ancient bow in a cave. Explore the cave, collect different items, find secret rooms and fight with bosses.
Why similar: Action 35.5%, Puzzle 25.9%, Exploration 16.2%, Retro 13.3%, 2D 7.7%
- #52 KunKunPrison
64% match6 user reviews67% of 6 reviews2026
Dev: EMSRoy
Windows
This is a fictional story. In the game, you need to gather clues and uncover the secrets of this prison and leave safely. All content in the game is unrelated to reality, and any similarity is purely coincidental.
Why similar: Action 41.4%, Puzzle 31.3%, Exploration 24.7%, Singleplayer 2.6%
- #53 TACS Classic Collection
67% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: TACSPub: Rock It Games
Windows
Explore ten unique and quirky games from the vaults of PlayStation Mobile, preserved in the TACS Classic Collection.
Why similar: Action 53.4%, Retro 26.1%, 2D 15.5%, Singleplayer 5%
- #54 Slime Slam
68% matchPositive100% of 13 reviews2019
Dev: Tyler M Richardson
Windows
A classic take on match 4 puzzle games from the 90's. With 4 gameplay modes and local multiplayer, this fast-paced challenging puzzler will keep you on your toes! Highly customizable options for any style of play.
Why similar: Action 57.8%, Puzzle 42.2%
- #55 Azalea
67% matchPositive98% of 44 reviews2020
Dev: Rad Codex
Windows
A short, cute puzzle action-adventure through the tense and dangerous Forbidden Forest.
Why similar: Action 31.8%, Exploration 31.3%, Puzzle 20%, 2D 15%, Singleplayer 1.9%
- #56 Woodboy
68% matchMostly Positive77% of 13 reviews2019
Dev: Somnambulist Games
Windows
You have five days to save everyone!
Why similar: Puzzle 36.1%, Retro 28.4%, Action 19.6%, 2D 10.9%, Singleplayer 4.9%